Dietary Aide

Carteret House; Newport (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Carteret House is seeking a friendly and dependable Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and help provide nutritious meals to residents. You will assist with meal service, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and support residents during dining times.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety standards, and compassionate service to the elderly. Prior kitchen experience is helpful but not required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous food service experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal assistance: prepare, portion, and serve meals per dietary plans.
• Sanitation and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas; wash dishes and equipment.
• Provide meal assistance and ensure a positive dining experience for residents.
• Follow food safety protocols and proper storage and sanitation.
• Assist in receiving and storing food; monitor inventory and report shortages.
• Collaborate with dietary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Fulfill residents' special dietary requests and preferences during meals.

Skills

Food safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Compassion for elderly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting senior care through food and nutrition?
Carteret House is seeking an enthusiastic Dietary Aide to join our culinary team and assist in providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Carteret House.

Why Join Carteret House?

At Carteret House, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Company-paid life insurance

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meal Assistance: Help prepare, portion, and serve meals to residents according to dietary plans and special requests.

• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas. Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed.

• Resident Support: Provide meal assistance to residents as needed, including helping with meal setup and serving, and ensuring a positive dining experience.

• Food Safety: Follow all food safety protocols, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices, to ensure food is safe for consumption.

• Inventory Support: Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies, checking inventory, and notifying the Dietary Manager of any shortages or supply needs.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dietary team to ensure the kitchen and dining areas run smoothly, assisting with food prep and meal service as directed.

• Resident Engagement: Assist in fulfilling special dietary requests and ensuring residents' individual preferences and needs are met during meal times.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Previous experience in a food service role (preferred, but not required)

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Ability to follow directions and work efficiently as part of a team

• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

We are currently offering a retention bonus for employee referrals and for team members who remain employed for 90 days or longer.